Laura Woods collapses live on air before Lionesses match as presenter taken ill

Presenter Laura Woods collapsed while presenting ITV4’s coverage of the Lionesses’ match against Ghana on Tuesday night.

The former talkSPORT host was pulled off air and replaced by Katie Shanahan, who confirmed Woods had been taken ill.

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Viewers were left concerned after the 38-year-old suddenly fell and was caught by pundits Ian Wright and Anita Asante during build-up to the game at St Mary’s Stadium.

ITV quickly cut to a commercial break and upon the return of its coverage, Shanahan said: “As you have probably noticed we don’t have the wonderful Laura Woods because she’s just been taken ill.

“But she’s in very good hands so I’m stepping in at late notice.”

talkSPORT wishes Woods – a popular presenter of our Breakfast Show between 2020 and 2023 – a speedy recovery.

Arsenal legend Wright could be heard asking, ‘Are you OK?’ after catching his colleague and those at home were similarly worried about Woods.

One fan wrote on social media platform X: “Hope Laura Woods is alright. Get well soon!”

Another said: “Hope she’s OK. Well played Wrighty.”

ITV are yet to offer an official comment on Woods’ situation.

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